Last term some of you took part in a survey we had undertaken for us by a group called SEED. The purpose of the survey was a review of the embeddedness of the College’s Purpose Statement, Graduate Profile and Motto. We launched the new focus for our school over two years ago, so wanted to see how well we as a school community understood that and had embraced it.

A reduced summary report is available at this link. I want to highlight a few things from it and explain where we go from here. Although the rate of return from some groups was too small to be statistically valid, we are always interested in what members of the community have to say. The survey has provided us with really useful information and allows us to plan how we progress this going forward.

Most people know our Motto and are aware of the Purpose Statement and the Graduate Profile. These all seem to have acceptance and support but it is clear that there is still some lack of clear understanding about elements of the Purpose statement and the Motto. The past two and a half years have been full of the distractions of COVID and so although we have taken a number of opportunities to publish explanations of these statements, it is very understandable that many of us have not been focused on things like this.

The key action we will undertake is a process of greater explanation of the meaning of our Motto, Purpose Statement and elements of our graduate profile. It is vital that we all have a common understanding of these things if they are to be significant in guiding our actions and development as a community.

The element in the Graduate Profile that all survey participants believe needs the most work by us as a school is ‘critical and creative thinker’. This element was selected as part of the process of selecting what elements to include in the profile because it features so strongly as a need in the 21^st century as our world undergoes such rapid change. I believe this has always been an essential element for a well-educated person.

I trust you find the report interesting and be assured that we will be actioning the recommendations. The College Board had a session with the Survey Director and are committed to seeing us implement the recommendations. As we seek to be a purposeful school, this will help us embed these elements into our processes and actions as a means of guiding us to see students grow in a particular direction. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments about the report. Thanks again to those who participated.

Phillip Nash

Principal

Mrs Nicole Smith | Head of Primary

What a wonderfully engaging Book Week we have all had. A HUGE thank you to Mrs van Wyk and Mrs Hurst , together with all the Library staff for the competitions, Buddy Reading, Author visit from Kirrily Lowe, literacy activities and of course organising the Book Parade and Fair. We truly have made up for lost time and demonstrated with pomp and fanfare our love of literacy and learning together.

Here are some snaps of the past week and exciting activities we have participated in. Our Week 8 Messenger will feature all our Book Week activities.

Uniform News

As the weather begins to warm up our hats need to come out and be ready for school each day. Following Father’s Day ALL students will be expected to have a hat at school to be allowed to play outside. Please take time to ensure that your child has a hat at school each day and that it is labelled with their name.

Many children are coming to school without their hair tied up. Our uniform policy outlines that long hair ( below the collar) needs to be tied back. This not only assists us in looking tidy but also ensures hair is out of students faces as they read and learn.

Meetings with Parents

From time to time it is necessary to meet with your child’s teacher. Catching teachers at their classroom before school is not a helpful practice as teachers often have before and after school commitments or preparation to complete. Our teachers are always happy to make a time to meet with parents in person or talk over the phone when you have made an appointment.

Years 3 and 4 Visit Secondary Science

Our Years 3 and 4 students are learning about forces and energy. They had a Secondary school workshop experience with Mr Yule and his Year 9 helpers.

Jungle Book Tickets

Our tickets are now on sale through Trybooking at this link.

All tickets are $5. There is no reserved or set seating. Students attending GPCC Primary school do not need to purchase a ticket but all other people attending including Secondary students will need a ticket.

For families with students in lead roles please note that the Devine Vines cast will perform in their leads in the Friday Matinee at 1:30 pm and Creative Creatures cast will perform in their leads on Saturday twilight show at 6:30 pm.

All students are expected to perform at both shows. Parents and families are welcome to attend more than one show. Students will also be asked to pay a $5 fee for costumes. This will be paid through the Parent Lounge and can be paid as a family.

The Jungle Book Musical - Helpers THANK YOU

A HUGE thank you to all the mums, dads, grandparents and students who have been helping with costuming both at home and at school. We really appreciate you taking your time to assist in making our musical successful. We couldn’t do this without your support!

Father's Day Assistance Needed

Helpers needed for gift wrapping on Thursday 1 September 2022 in the Staff Common Room from 8:45am – 12:00pm.

Helpers needed to assist on the day of the stall Friday 2 September, in the Staff Common Room from 8:45am – 3:15pm.

If you can assist on either/both of these days please text Jane Leivesley on 0413327035 on your availability so she can create a roster for both days.

Lunch (wraps) will be provided on the Friday 2 September for parent helpers for the stall.

National Science Week – 'Glass: More than Meets the Eye'

Photo gallery from our wonderful Science day.

Head of School Award

Congratulations to the following students for getting their Head of School Award in

Week 6 Term 3.

Gabriella V, KDL; Brooklyn M, KG; Charlie S, 1C; Mila B, 1G; Joshua E, 1S; James N, 2D; Alison H, 2G; Josie R, 3B; Ryan Y, 3D; Micah H, 3PH; Orin Sp, 4B; Lilliana G, 4BK; Sophie C, 5L;Jessica W, 5P; Alleah M, 5PC; Anna K, 6MR; Josh F, 6S; Ariana D, 6T.

Primary Chess

Years 4 - 6 Chess runs each Thursday morning at 8:00am in the Library

Years 1 - 3 Chess runs each Friday moring at 8:00am in the Library.

Dates for Term 3

This term is a busy one with lots of events coming up. Please note the following dates in your diary:

1 September - Father's Day Wrapping 8:45am - 12:00pm
2 September - Fathers Day Stall
16 September - Primary School Musical 'The Jungle Book – Kids' Matinee Performance
17 September – Primary School Musical 'The Jungle Book – Kids' Twilight performance

Father's Day Stall

Father's Day Breakfast

Mrs Jane McLarty | Acting Head of Secondary

Mobile Phones in Secondary School- A great improvement!

At the start of Term 2 this year, the College placed a ban on the use of mobile phones during school time for Secondary students Years 7 - 10. The reason for this ban was to encourage students to engage in conversation, connect with each other, exercise and look up at the world around them, rather than relying on their phones for connection and entertainment.

Whilst incidents of students using their phones has reduced significantly, we still have a small number of repeat offenders. If a phone is seen in use between 8:45am and 3:15pm, including break times, it will be confiscated for the remainder of the day. If the phone is confiscated a second time, it must be handed in at the student window every day, for five days. In both instances parents will be notified and a pastoral care entry will be made. For additional breaches more significant consequences will result.

Year 9 Camp

This week our Year 9 students braved the cold to camp out at Galston. They participated in many team building activities, including a hike, camping under the stars, challenge by choice and an indoor rope challenge. Huge thanks to Mr Oppel, Mr Masters, Mr Smith, Mrs Kirk, Mrs James and Mr Leonard who accompanied the group.

Year 10 Commerce - Mock Trial

Students in Year 10 Commerce have engaged in the Legal System this week by running a Mock Trial in the classroom. Students were assigned different roles within the courtroom and eagerly studied the case materials. The Prosecution prepared convincing opening arguments and called eyewitnesses to the reckless driving incident. The Defence Lawyers conducted a thorough cross-examination of the witnesses and interviewed their own expert witness on traffic laws and regulations. The courtroom was complete with a judge, bailiff swearing in the witnesses, jury and a media reporter taking notes on the case. The students had an excellent time, and we are eagerly awaiting the jury's verdict as they continue to deliberate.

Aboriginal Studies Major Projects

Australia Day by Siena P

This is the third instalment in our spotlight on the HSC Aboriginal Studies Major Projects. If you missed the last two, please look back at week 3 & 4 Messenger publications – they are worth it!

Siena P explored the discourse around Australia Day. Through a series of consultative interviews with Aboriginal community and an extensive school survey she gained a broad understanding of the key feelings towards Australia Day and why they exist. Siena presented her project as a speech.

Siena began her speech with an acknowledgement: “I would like to acknowledge and pay respects to the elders, past, present and future. I would like to acknowledge the Darkinjung, Awabakal, Guringai and every other First Nations person’s Country in which I live and study upon.”

Tensions around this public holiday expressed the colonial history of Australia. Siena explains…”the different opinions (run) on the themes of celebration, survival, invasion and change the date…” After her research Siena expressed that colonisation, being “an act of invasion”… is seen as something that happened so long ago, non-Aboriginal people tend to ignore or deny the long-term impacts, like intergenerational trauma and disadvantage. Lack of awareness and understanding around the issue results in lack of momentum for change.

This aligns with our studies of the human rights and social justice movement in the HSC course. Well done, Siena!

Mrs Amber Erasmus

Secondary LIFE Groups

Our Secondary students divided into Yeargroup for LIFE last Wednesday.

Our Years 10, 11 and 12 students listened to Mr Stuart Drennan talk about 'Legacy'. Our Year 11 students support the work of Compassion and have been involved in various fundraising activities throughout the year to support computer labs in Indonesia. This is a great example of the legacy that our Year 11 students are supporting the work of Compassion. Mr Drennan challenged our students to think about what is their legacy going to be in their life in serving and supporting others.

Our Year 8 students listened to Mr Daniel Witanowski talk about team work and saw

a video that spoke about this topic.

Our Year 7 students heard testimonies from Mrs Nicole van Wyk (Library) and Mr Lachlan Gatti (Secondary Music Teacher).

Mr David Russell

Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)

This week’s Newsletter has information about a careers website called Skillsroad.

For more details, please see this week's Careers News or visit the Student Careers section under the "Education & Learning" menu on the GPCC website.

Mr Stuart McSwan | K - 6 Sport Co-ordinator

CSSA Primary State Biathlon Splash and Dash

On Thursday 20 October, CSSA will be running a Primary Biathlon Teams Event at the International Regatta Centre Penrith. Participants are to either swim for 150m (Years 3 and 4), 200m (Years 5 and 6) or run 2km (Year 3-6). It is recommended that students are either very strong swimmers or runners to be able to participate. The swim will be held in open water which is different to swimming in a pool. Please consider this before putting your child’s name forward.

Mr McSwan will be putting the final teams/pairs together (a swimmer and a runner) and will let the students know once this is finalised. If you would like to be considered for one of the teams then please contact Mr McSwan via email smcswan@gpcc.nsw.edu.au places are limited.

CSSA and CIS Nominations

Some of the individual CSSA and CIS Sport nominations due soon are:

Please email Mr McSwan before these dates if your child (Years 5 and 6 only) would like to be considered. They need to be currently playing in the sport and have several years experience (preferably at a Representative level):

Primary

Monday 12 September CIS Primary Boys Cricket Trials (Nominations close 5 September)

Dates for your Calendar

PRIMARY

School Carnivals

Friday 21 October (Term 4) - GPCC K-2 Swimming Carnival (Peninsula Leisure Centre)

CSSA

2 September- CSSA State Athletics Sydney Olympic Park Athletics Centre

Mr Andrew McGillivray |

Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator

GPCC Secondary Athletics - Results

There were many outstanding performances with a number of new records broken at this year’s Secondary Athletics Carnival. The house points were as follows:

1st place: Eua Eagles (1002 points)

2nd place: Taloa Warriors (843 points)

3rd place: Ha’apai Hurricanes (786 points)

4th place: Va’vau Breakers (611 points)

The Age Champions are as follows:

12 Year Girls: =1^st Amy W; =1^st Grace W; 3^rd Anna-Lucia R

12 Year Boys: 1^st Lenny T

13 Year Girls: 1^st Bronte M; 2^nd Emily F, 3^rd Ariella N

13 Year Boys: 1^st Benjamin T; 2^nd Grant W; 3^rd Samuel M

14 Year Girls: 1^st Megan L; 2^nd Felicity R; 3^rd Scarlett S

14 Year Boys: 1^st Raj S; 2^nd Jonathon L; 3^rd Tyson S

15 Year Girls: 1^st Alyssa M; 2^nd Olivia P; 3^rd Savannah D

15 Year Boys: 1^st Clinton F; 2^nd Damian S; 3^rd Gabriel I

16 Year Girls: 1^st Ondine W; 2^nd Katinka W; 3^rd Poppie B

16 Year Boys: 1^st Travis G; 2^nd Sanjay S; 3^rd Wade B

17 Year Girls: 1^st Eloise S; =2^nd Codie W; =2^nd Angelique A

17 Year Boys: 1^st Mitchell M; 2^nd Elliott W; 3^rd Frankie M

18 Year Girls: =1^st Eliana B; =1^st Bianca F; 3^rd Ishbel W

18 Year Boys: 1^st Luke B; =2^nd Jack J; =2^nd Deegan S

There were also a number of records broken:

12 Year Girls High Jump: Amy W (1.34m)

15 Year Boys High Jump: Clinton F (1.77m)

16 Year Boys 800m: Wade B (2:11.20)

16 Year Boys 1500m: Wade B (4:36.83)

17 Year Boys 800m: Mitchell M (2:10.83)

Well done students on some amazing results.

CSSA Secondary Athletics Carnival

On Thursday 18 August, 35 GPCC students represented the College in the CSSA Athletics Carnival at Olympic Park. All students competed enthusiastically with many recording personal best times and distances. 15 of the 35 students competed so well that they have made it through to the NSW Combined Independent Schools (CIS) carnival on 20 September again at Olympic Park.

The following students placed in the top 3 in an event and will progress to the CIS Carnival:

Amy W

12 Years 800m (3^rd place – 2:51.00)

Emily F

13 Years 1500m (3^rd place – 5:44.67)

Bronte M

13 Years Shot Put (2^nd place – 7.56m)

13 Years Discus (3^rd place – 16.31m)

13 Years Javelin (3^rd place – 16.03m)

Raj S

14 Years 400m (1^st place – 54.98)

14 Years 800m (1^st place – 2:19.12)

Jessie B

15 Years 800m (1^st place – 2:38.39)

Gabriel I

15 Years 400m (3^rd place – 57.06)

Alyssa M

15 Years Long Jump (1^st place – 4.69m)

15 Years 100m (2^nd place – 13.78)

Wade B

16 Years 1500m (1^st place – 4:21.94 – New CSSA State Record)

Laura R

16 Years Javelin (1^st place – 27.56m)

16 Years Discus (1^st place – 25.53m)

Katinka W

16 Years 100m (3^rd place – 14.06)

Noah E

Open Boys relay team (1^st place – 46.43)

Troy M

Open Boys relay team (1^st place – 46.43)

Mitchell M

17 Years 400m (1^st place – 54.06)

Open Boys relay team (1^st place – 46.43)

Codie W

17 Years 1500m (2^nd place – 6:00.99)

Luke B

18 Years – 200m (3^rd place – 24.73)

400m – (1^st place – 56.10)

800m (2^nd place – 2:20.36)

Jack J

18 Years – Long Jump (1^st place – 5.92m)

Open Boys relay team (1^st place – 46.43)

We wish these students all the very best as they represent the College at the NSWCIS carnival.

Central Coast Academy of Sport

There is an opportunity for some of our elite athletes to get involved in the Central Coast Academy of Sport winter sports programs in the following four sports:

Swimming: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/swimming/

Touch Football: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/touch-football/

Athletics: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/athletics/

Indoor Volleyball: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/volleyball/

Please click on any of the links if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities.

Mrs Nicole van Wyk and Mrs Judi Hurst |

Teacher Librarians

Book Quiz

On Thursday 18 August, Green Point students from Years 5 and 6 competed in Book Quiz at Belmont Christian College. We had a great day and came fourth. Students representing GPCC at Book Quiz: Bonny C, Sarah T, Ellen B, Jason P, Elizabeth VW, Lara B, Xavier W and Zeke H.

Literacy Day

Primary teachers prepared some excellent activities on Wednesday 24 August to accompany short-listed and popular story reading for Literacy Day. K-6 family groups of students rotated to different stories and activities. We enjoyed our time together.

Book Week Competitions

Congratulations to our Book Week competition winners.

K-2 Colouring-in:

YVCS: Jude, Nathan

KDL: Cleo M , Ella F, Knox G

KG: Rita D, Havana Y-B, Nash M

1C: Lucia E, James S, Every K

1G: Tara J, Ophelia E, Mila B

1S: Michaela H-B, Ted R, Poppy E

2D: Piper J, James N, Bohdi P

2G: Vaaris M, Saoirse C-D, Meisha Y

Dioramas:

Year 3: 1^st Madelyn G 3PH, 2^nd Chloe H 3B, 3^rd Miranda V 3D

Year 4: 1^st Isabelle A & Piper L 4BK , 2^nd Alice H 4K, Lilliana G 4K & Gabrielle S 4B, 3^rd Olivia B & Charlie B 4BK

Highly Commended: Scarlett & Ashley J 4B

Year 5: Sophie C & Stephanie R 5L

Book Trailers:

Year 5: Lara B 5P

Year 6: Elizabeth VW & Michaela R-C 6T

Kirrily Lowe - Author

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Book Club

Issue 7 orders due online LOGIN (scholastic.com.au) by Wednesday 7 September.

Preschool Story Time

Parents and preschool aged children are welcome to join us on Monday mornings @ 9:00am in the Primary library for books, craft, and fun.

Year 9 AIM Boys Mission Trip

I’m grateful to have gone on the Brewarrina mission trip for 2022, it was a great opportunity to learn and develop an understanding of people and communities both similar and different to those we are used to. While in Brewarrina we met Isaac Gordon who was an inspiring pastor and leader in the Brewarrina community, he welcomed us to their community and into their church family. On the Sunday that we were there they welcomed us into 2 church services and encouraged to share our testimonies. In the first few days we went to the Aboriginal Cultural Museum in Brewarrina and learnt about local history and the famous fish traps. We learnt that it may be one of if not the oldest man-made structures in the world.

The highlight for me would have had to be meeting Josie and Vera in Weilmoringle as they were the two sweetest old ladies who really showed what community was. I had a few interesting discussions with Josie and learned about her experiences in school and how different life was like for an Aboriginal person in that era. She also spoke of how there was division amongst some of their own people when it came to rights and inclusion in society. Josie and Vera then took us to an old shearing shed in Weilmoringle which everyone was quick to rush into.

Some other highlights were the hot bore baths, talking around the fire at night, visiting the Brewarrina Christian School, going to Gulargambone and meeting Pastor Henry as well as visiting Hickey’s falls. Pastor Henry shared some of his life stories which were very engaging.

I would highly recommend this trip for anyone thinking about going in the future, it was great to get some perspective and to meet new people. I’ve come to realise how lucky I am here on the Central Coast and to have a supportive school and family that are there and want the best for me.

By Isaiah F (Year 9)

Student Contributions in The Messenger

We encourage students to email contributions for the new section of our weekly newsletter, titled Student Voice. It may be a short story, a poem, service activity, an achievement or award (sporting, Scouts, Duke of Ed etc). Please email to newsletter@gpcc.nsw.edu.au for consideration of inclusion in The Messenger.

Information Session for 2023 and Beyond

At Yattalunga Valley Christian School (YVCS) we provide a caring Christian environment for students on the autism spectrum.

Limited places are still available to enrol for Years K to 4 starting in Term 1 2023.

You are welcome to attend our upcoming Information Session where you will have opportunity to meet the YVCS Principal & Educators

This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the school and visit the facilities.

Please register your attendance below and we look forward to meeting you on the day at www.yvcs.nsw.edu.au/visit.

Compassion Coast to Coast Fundraiser

Last week GPCC's Dr Martin Dowson rode his bike from Killarney Vale on the Central Coast to Green Point’s new property at Gongolgon (just south of Brewarrina), and then on to Moree through Walgett.

Martin rode 1170kms in 8 days, including one ‘rest’ day at the Gongolgon site where the Principal, Mr Nash and Business Manager Michael Lowbridge were working to prepare for the prospective school opening next year.

The ride to Brewarrina was in preparation for Martin’s upcoming ride in September/October across Australia (Perth to Newcastle and then to Green Point) to raise funds for Compassion’s Vulnerable Children’s Fund. If you would like to support Martin’s efforts, please visit

https://rideforcompassion.raisely.com/martin-dowson

GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

A ministry of Green Point Baptist Church

Our motto is “Equipped for Life”

HEAD OF SECONDARY

Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2023

As a co-educational Christian College of approximately 1100 students K-12, Green Point Christian College is looking for a high quality candidate with senior leadership experience to oversee the Secondary Department of 700 students. A strong understanding of Christian schooling, a commitment to the Christian faith lived out through their work and an up to date appreciation of current educational trends is essential. Reporting directly to the Principal, the Head of Secondary will be part of the Executive team.

The Head of Secondary must possess the following experience, knowledge and attributes:

Able to instil trust, confidence and cohesion within a staff team.
Effective organisational skills to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the Secondary School and the supervision of its leaders.
Current working knowledge of NESA Registration and Accreditation requirements, plus a clear understanding of the Registration and Accreditation of Non-Government Schools (RANGS), to implement RANGS into the day-to-day running of the school.
Current working knowledge of Child Protection, including investigation and reporting practices, and a commitment to implement and maintain a child-safe culture, in consultation with the Deputy Principal.
Current working knowledge of HSC completion requirements.
Current working knowledge of ICT as it relates to educational programs.
Understanding of HR management practices including employment and performance processes, Awards, grievance handling and staff wellbeing support.
Ability to meet deadlines and to set and maintain achievably high standards.
Commitment to ongoing professional learning and to making contributions to the broader Christian Education community, including willingness to undertake post-graduate studies as appropriate.

Applicants will need to be committed, practising Christians with exemplary teaching skills; be prepared to work under the ethos of the College; a highly developed knowledge of curriculum; administrative expertise; an organised disposition; proven management and human relations qualities and a commitment to the philosophy of Christian education; demonstrated expertise working with groups to develop initiatives.

An Information Pack for the position is available here.

Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Applications close on Friday 16 September 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.

SCIENCE TEACHER

Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2023

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons able to teach Science for Years 7-12, specialising in HSC Chemistry, to commence Term 1 2023.

The successful applicant for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.

For full details and criteria regarding the position, plese refer to the Job Descritpion available on the College website, along with prospectus and applicaiton form at: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/science-teacher

Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Applications close on Friday 9 September 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHING POSITIONS

Commencing Term 1 2023

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons able to teach in the Primary School to apply for the following positions:

12 month maternity leave replacement – temporary full time
2 x two year temporary full time

For full details and criteria regarding the positions, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/primary-teaching-positions

The successful applicants for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.

Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Applications close on Friday 16 September 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.

STUDENT ENRICHMENT OFFICER

Permanent Full Time - commencing Term 3 2022

Applications are invited for a suitably qualified and experienced Teachers’ Aide to work in the Secondary School.

Previous experience in an education setting would be an advantage.
The capacity to make appropriate judgments to ensure student safety and welfare, whilst maintaining a sense of independence.
ICT competencies conducive to supporting students with significant learning challenges.
The ability to work unsupervised and maintain professionalism under pressure.
Foster a supportive environment for students by looking after their emotional, physical, cultural, relational and spiritual needs.
Knowledge of processes involved in literacy and numeracy skill development.

For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/student-enrichment-officer

The successful applicant for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.

Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Applications close on Wednesday 14 September 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.

This week’s recipient was Mrs Virginia Lumby, the Hospitality Teacher in Secondary School, from our Technologies Department. Mrs Lumby was presented with the award in Staff Devotions on Wednesday morning. She was nominated for her ongoing commitment, dedication, and service to the College. She led her Hospitality students to produce a sumptuous spread for over 100 parents and guests who attended the annual MADD night. We are so thankful for Virginia’s energy and enthusiasm and the wonderful example she is to us all.

GPCC Uniform Shop Casual Store Assistant

Alinta are currently looking for a Retail Sales Assistant with proven people skills to deliver exceptional customer service in our GPCC Uniform Shop.

Please refer to the role advertisement on the Alinta website for further details and how to apply - Career – Alinta (alintaapparel.com.au)

GPCC Second Hand Uniform Store

The Second Hand Uniform Store will be running 2:00pm - 3:00pm on Wednesday 7 September in A1 (The first room in A Bloack, next to the Administration building).

Uniform Shop

Term 2 2022 Uniform Shop Trading hours

Monday: 8:30am - 11:00am

Wednesday: 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Thursday: 8:30am - 11:00am

Friday: 8:30am - 11:00am

For the price list and further information on ordering through Alinta, please visit our website – https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/uniform

The Munchery Canteen Operations and Updated Menu

The Munchery Menu

All students are strongly encouraged to order online. However, over the counter sales will also available.

Please visit the GPCC website for the link to The Munchery portal: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/community/the-munchery-canteen

EXTEND (Before and After School Care)

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Parent Lounge Details

The College has a legal requirement to keep our records up to date.

Please review your details on Parent Lounge to ensure that all your information is correct. This includes medical information on your child/ren (only complete the immunisation question if your child is not immunised).

Please note: Should you require both parents/carers to receive SMS notifications, please tick the appropriate boxes.

Green Point Community Notices

Scripture Union Weekend and School Holiday Camps

Scripture Union NSW offer specialised camping experiences for upper Primary and Secondary age young people throughout the year.

There is up to 100% discount available for those in need. Please visit their website for more information about coming up and how to register.

https://sunsw.org.au/events/?type=camps

Killcare Surf Club Community Open Day

North Avoca Surf Life Saving Club

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Oztag Under 6 Players needed

Under 6 Oztag players needed for Upcoming OzTag season. 4 - 6 players are needed.

Contact Jacqueline on 0410 556 952

Australian Childhood Anxiety Treatment Study - Griffith University

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If you would like to place an advertisement in the Green Point Community Notices, please email details to Justine Collins at

newsletter@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Green Point Baptist Church

9:30am Worship Service

6:00pm Service

Services continue to be available online each week.

Please register at the following link: https://www.gpbc.net.au/myzone/

We are updating our Facebook page regularly with what's happening, so check it out: https://www.facebook.com/greenpointbaps/

Coming Up this Week

Wednesday, 31 August

Write a Book Excursion Yrs 6 - 10 (selected students)

Thursday, 1 September

Secondary 15&U Oztag Gala Day

Friday, 2 September

Fathers Day Blokes Breakfast

Father's Day Stall - Primary

Primary CSSA State Athletics - Sydney Olympic Park

Year 1 Swimming lessons

Dates for the Calendar

Monday, 5 September

Sec Zone Oz Tag Gala Day - Adcock Park

Tuesday, 6 September

CSSA Primary Mixed Oz Tag Stage 3 - McEvoy Oval Umina Beach

Wednesday, 7 September

Year 10 PASS Ski Trip (7-9 September)

Thursday, 8 September

Stage 1 and 2 Oztag Gala Day - McEvoy Oval, Umina

Friday, 9 September

Secondary Boys/Girls Basketball Gala Day

Year 1 Swim lessons

Friday, 16 September

Primary School Musical “The Jungle Book – Kids” Matinee Performance

Saturday, 17 September

Primary School Musical “The Jungle Book – Kids” Twilight performance

TERM DATES 2022

Term 3, 2022

Thursday, 21 July to Friday, 23 September

Term 4, 2022

Tuesday, 11 October to Wednesday, 7 December

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TERM DATES 2023

Term 1, 2023

Wednesday, 1 February - Students commence Term 1 (Years 1 - 7, 11 and 12)

Thursday, 2 February - Years 8 - 10 commence Term 1

Thursday, 2 February - Kindergarten commence Term 1

Thursday, 6 April - Last Day Term 1

Term 2, 2023

Wednesday, 26 April to Friday, 30 June

Monday, 12 June - Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday

Term 3, 2023

Monday, 24 July to Friday, 22 September

Monday, 2 October - Labour Day Public Holiday

Term 4, 2023

Monday, 9 October - Friday, 8 December